How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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April 15, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Aqua therapy, also known as hydro or water therapy, is the preferred mode of treatment by many medical care professionals for many reasons. Your muscles are more relaxed, making therapy easier. Water provides a gentler environment to receive therapy, states…
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Low rise jeans have been the craze for some time and face it, you want to look great in a pair. Like other jeans there is a wide variety of colours to choose from and different grades of denim. Compared…
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Cosmetics can be pricey but like everything else, you get what you pay for. There are some drugstore brand makeups that are a good deal for the price but you need to experiment in order to find what is a…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Lyme disease is an infectious disease found mostly in the United States and Europe. It is caused by a bacteria known as Borrelia burgdorferi that is found in certain types of ticks, such as the deer tick. After a person…
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You’ve finally made partner at your firm and after eight tiring years and many late nights, you’ve made plans for a Sunday brunch induction with the other partners and their respective spouses. For the most part, it’s likely your style…
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Natural artery cleaning remedies are under your control. You will lower your harmful cholesterol level by making what the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute calls “Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes” or TLC. The American Heart Association labels is as a heart-healthy…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Metacam is an animal version of the drug Meloxicam. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). This drug is used to relieve pain in animals due to inflammation, arthritis, swelling and joint issues. Although the medicine is known to adequately…
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Adequate strength in the butt muscles is necessary to successfully perform many athletic movements and daily living activities. The butt consists of three different muscles: the gluteus maximum, gluteus medius and gluteus minimus. They work to extend our hips, commonly…
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One of the most versatile items in a makeup kit is the eye shadow crease brush. Shaped very short and dense with bristles, the brush is responsible for successful application of eye shadow for looks that require the outer edge…
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Tips for helping senior parents cope with loneliness Statistics clearly point out the leaning towards an aging population and coping with elder care and loneliness will become a concern for many of us at some stage in our adult years….
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I was never really good at getting along with other people my age. It just so happens that I got along better with people a lot older than I was. Whenever I would visit my grandmother in the summers, I…
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Overview The thyroid gland is often termed your body’s “thermostat” and has a natural set point. It is in the lower front of the neck and is butterfly shaped. Its role is to make hormones, primarily thyroxine. Like natural gas…
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TIPS TO WEAR YOUR BEST Ranging from floral chiffon tops to bandeau dresses, from bejeweled jackets to breathtaking evening gowns, from candy-colored t-shirts to the casual denim jeans we usually wear during relaxing, laid-back weekends …… clothes are just glorious,…
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It can be hard to find shoes for children, especially since they are always growing out of clothing. You probably aren’t looking to spend a lot of money on shoes since you know that this will happen. And it does…
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1. Patching Up the Problem Lazy eye, or amblyopia, is an eye disorder wherein one eye gets weaker than the other, resulting in blurred vision and weakened eye muscles and can, in extreme cases, lead to more difficult eye problems….
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April 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Waxing is an effective hair removal method for nearly any part of the body, including the legs, face, pubic region and underarms. Unlike shaving, waxing removes the hair by the root, which means new hair will not grow in for…
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There are occassions in all of our lives when certain words are best left unsaid. Knowing when to bite our lip and swallow down either unsavory or over enthusiastic talk can be a powerful tool when it comes to successful…
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If used correctly, herbal remedies can be a safe way to boost energy levels and increase stamina. They are available at drug stores, mass market retailers and vitamin shops, and are usually inexpensive. Those with medical conditions, especially heart problems,…
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An eyeshade crease brush is a vital tool for many makeup looks because is very versatile when creating various eye makeup looks, from simple to smoky. Blending Colours This brush can be used to blend colours, as it is extremely…
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As a young woman, I can tell you that I am constantly picking at myself. It’s not that I hate myself, but after seeing some of the female celebs flaunt what God gave them and left out of my genetic…
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Most people are so scared of rejection that very few ever learn to reap its benefits. What they don’t realize is that learning to take rejection is one of life’s most important skills and, like any skill, it takes practice…
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Overview The use of essential oils to treat illnesses of the mind and body dates back almost 5,000 years. In her book “Natural Beauty at Home,” Janice Cox describes the use of certain essential oils by the Ancient Egyptians and…
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Your spine is made up of five vertebral sections: your cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine plus your sacrum and coccyx. Your lumbar vertebrae make up your lower back and are, according to Mel Cash in his book “Sport & Remedial…
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April 15, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The elliptical machine is a great cardiovascular machine to use when trying to lose weight. Because your feet never lift off the pedals, any pounding on the knees is eliminated, reducing the chance of joint pain. Having the handles…
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Although it may seem like the loving, caring thing to do, moving an elderly parent into your house may create more problems in the end than it solves. Before moving an elderly parent into your house there are many things…
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April 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Your baby may have come into this world with a full head of hair, while another infant may be nearly bald. Newborn hair, or the lack thereof, matters very little because it will more than likely fall out and…
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A life of loneliness suffered when a spouse has been lost in death and the children have all left home to raise their own families, can leave elderly parents feeling helpless and vulnerable. More than ever before, they rely on…
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Lies hurt the most when they are told to children by people in whom they are supposed to be able to trust. In many cases these are the very same people who are teaching those children not to tell lies….
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Moving an elderly parent or relative into your house can start with the greatest of intentions and end in what may seem to be terminal guilt over what appears to have been a bad decision. There are many factors to…
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You may feel like you have to work extra hours just to afford the business clothing utilized in your career. There are many different strategies that can save you money on such clothing. The more you do, the more you…
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